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Matthew Tuck
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Tuck performing at Alpen Flair in 2023
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| Born | 20 January 1980 Bridgend, Wales |
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| Years active | 1998–present |
Matthew Tuck was born on January 20, 1980. He is a talented musician from Wales. He is best known as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist for the heavy metal band Bullet for My Valentine. He also plays guitar and sings in another band called AxeWound, which started in 2012.
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Matthew Tuck's Music Career
Matthew Tuck's main band, Bullet for My Valentine, began in 1998. At first, they were called Jeff Killed John. They played a style of music known as nu metal. In 2003, their bassist left the band. A new bassist, Jason James, joined them. That's when they changed their name to Bullet for My Valentine. Since then, they have released many studio albums and EPs (which are like mini-albums).
Matthew Tuck is also a rhythm guitarist and backing vocalist for the band AxeWound. This band is a "supergroup," which means it's made up of famous musicians from other bands.
In June 2007, Matthew had to have an operation called a tonsillectomy. This meant he needed to have his tonsils removed. Because of this, the band had to cancel all their upcoming shows. They even missed a chance to tour with the famous band Metallica. Matthew couldn't speak for a while after his surgery. But he wrote to fans, promising to get back into the studio to work on new music as soon as he was better.
Musical Influences and Inspiration
Matthew Tuck's love for music started when he was young. He listened to the music his father enjoyed. This included bands like Status Quo and artists like Bruce Springsteen.
As he grew older, Matthew was inspired by many other bands. Some of these included Nirvana, Pantera, Slayer, Machine Head, Iron Maiden, Mötley Crüe, Def Leppard, Limp Bizkit, and Jimmy Eat World.
However, his biggest influence was the band Metallica. The first album he ever bought was Metallica's Black Album. He bought it after hearing their song "Enter Sandman" for the first time. Metallica was the main reason he started playing the guitar. He learned their guitar riffs just by listening to them. This helped him begin his amazing music career.
Matthew Tuck's Personal Life
Matthew Tuck married Charlotte Beedell on September 7, 2013, in London. They have two sons together.
Matthew Tuck's Discography
Matthew Tuck has released many albums with his bands.
Bullet for My Valentine Albums
- The Poison (2005)
- Scream Aim Fire (2008)
- Fever (2010)
- Temper Temper (2013)
- Venom (2015)
- Gravity (2018)
- Bullet for My Valentine (2021)
AxeWound Albums
- Vultures (2012)
See also
In Spanish: Matt Tuck para niños
